Immortals After Dark — by Kresley Cole

Order	Book	Date	Rating
0.5	The Warlord Wants Forever (ss)	Feb-2006	4
1	A Hunger Like No Other	Apr-2006	4
2	No Rest for the Wicked	Nov-2006	4
3	Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night	Nov-2007	4
4	Dark Needs at Night's Edge	Apr-2008	5
5	Dark Desires After Dusk	May-2008	5
6	Kiss of a Demon King	Jan-2009	4
6.5	Untouchable (ss)	Oct-2009	4
7	Pleasure of a Dark Prince	Feb-2010	5
8	Demon from the Dark	Aug-2010	5
9	Dreams of a Dark Warrior	Feb-2011	4
10	Lothaire	Jan-2012	4
10.5	Shadow's Claim	Dec-2012	5
11	Macrieve	Jul-2013	4
12	Dark Skye	Aug-2014	4
13	Sweet Ruin	Dec-2015	5
13.5	Shadow's Seduction	Jan-2017	4
14	Wicked Abyss	Apr-2017	4.5
15	Munro	Jan-2022	5

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Series Premise

The Immortals After Dark series is set in a hidden supernatural world known as the Lore. Each book focuses on a new couple as they navigate intense attraction, ancient rivalries, and the deadly Accession — a recurring supernatural war that forces immortals to confront one another.

The Immortals After Dark Series Reading Order

The Immortals After Dark series does not need to be read in order. Each book tells a complete story with its own resolution. Continuity is limited to recurring characters and the shared Lore world. Reading the books out of order does not cause confusion, as there are no overarching plots or cliffhangers connecting the volumes.

Explanation of reading order types

The Immortals After Dark Series Characters

Each book features a different immortal hero and heroine, such as a ruthless Lykae king or a fierce Valkyrie. Recurring figures from the Lore appear across the series, including key players in the Accession.

Setting of the The Immortals After Dark Series

The series takes place in a contemporary world where immortals live hidden among humans, with major locations including New Orleans, the icy north, and various mystical realms.

Tone & Themes of the The Immortals After Dark Series

The tone is darkly sensual and action-packed. Core themes include fated mates, redemption, enemies-to-lovers, and the eternal struggle for power among immortal factions.

Is the The Immortals After Dark Series Worth Reading?

This series appeals to readers who enjoy steamy paranormal romances with alpha immortals, strong heroines, rich world-building, and high-stakes supernatural conflict.

Content Warnings and Heat Level

This is an adult paranormal romance series with very high heat levels and explicit sexual content. Books contain violence, dark themes, and strong language.

The Immortals After Dark series pairs passionate immortal couples against the backdrop of a dangerous supernatural world. With its self-contained romances and consistent Lore setting, it allows flexible reading. Kresley Cole’s addictive blend of heat, humor, and mythology defines the series.